FRIDAY · APRIL 24 · 2026
Doors 7:00 PM · Hillsboro, North Dakota · Est. 2012
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A premier private event space in the heart of Hillsboro. Open one night a year. By tradition only.
A perfect 5.0 rating across all verified Google reviews. An unbroken record since opening.
"Place is electric. Top tier sleeping on the cat walk. Really nice cat with a whimsical name. Prut mad chill, saw him carrying a wheelchair bound man up the stairs. Can't wait for next year."
"Besides being constantly woke up by other guests, I would highly recommend spending a weekend here. Very family-friendly environment!"
"Only complaint is that the establishment is advertised as wheel chair accessible, but that was not the case. However, Prut was so great a host that he carried me up the many stairs."
Your name on the list. Confirm your attendance and make it official.
Enter your name as it appears on the invitation. First name, last name, or nickname — all work.
Final rules reviewed with teams at check-in. Questions? Ask Prut.
A select list of distinguished guests. Admission by invitation of the house.
Longest-tenured resident of the venue. Present at every Prut on record. Does not drink. Once survived a glass jar incident.
Distinguished family representative. Attendance confirmed. Cornhole partner in reserve.
Personally responsible for ensuring the party reaches and sustains maximum entertainment levels. Veteran of the pole.
Featured vocalist on the evening's live music program. Expect standards, requests, and the occasional deep cut.
Handles logistics, communications, and web. Credited with building the site you are currently on. Will be in attendance.
Custodian of the tournament purse. Processes all payments, manages on-site operations, and maintains fiscal order throughout the evening.
Long-standing member of the honored attendee circle. Attendance treated as an event in its own right.
Returning VIP. Full tenure on the honored attendee list. Exact contributions to the annual tradition remain classified.
Also known by the honorific "Mink Pinkson." Longstanding fixture at the honored attendee table. Exact titles and contributions are proprietary.
Proprietor, master of ceremonies, and the reason you know about this place. Recipient of multiple five-star reviews for hospitality including, but not limited to, carrying wheelchair-bound guests up the stairs.
Parking, shuttle, and lodging information for the evening.
Guest parking is off-site at 801 E Caledonia Ave, Hillsboro, ND 58045. Park by the shop — please avoid the area near the overhead doors or blocking any equipment. A complimentary shuttle runs between the lot and the venue every 5 minutes. If your wait exceeds 5 minutes, contact an on-site admin.
Get Directions to ParkingBook a room. Seriously. Hillsboro Country Inn has affordable rates and is your best option for a proper bed. Rooms go fast the closer we get to the event.
Hillsboro Country Inn
101 5th St SW, Hillsboro, ND 58045
(701) 436-5501
Limited overnight floor space is available at the venue for those who bring a blanket and pillow. A hotel room is the strongly preferred option.
There is no cover charge and no entry fee. This is a private gathering among friends — event costs are handled by those who choose to pitch in. If you'd like to contribute a small voluntary amount toward expenses, $10 is a common suggestion, but it's entirely up to you. Bring a lawn chair. Seating is limited and a folding camp chair is essential for fire pit hangs, tournament viewing, and recovery between rounds. Also bring a backup beverage — keg beer provided, but flexibility is wise.
Tap each item as you complete it. Your progress saves locally.
A general guide to the night. Subject to the momentum of the room.
Teams of two. No team cap. One champion. Submit your entry below — Prut and Parker will confirm and build the bracket.
Your team has been submitted. Expect a confirmation text from Prut or Parker before the event.
Don't forget: tournament entry is $5/player ($10/team), due at check-in via Venmo @tyroesler4 or cash to an admin.
Something went wrong. Try again, or contact Parker directly.
Officially recognized for outstanding customer satisfaction.
Named individuals whose contributions have made the 2026 event possible. Recognized at tier according to level of support.
Any funds contributed — voluntary gifts from attendees, tournament well-wishers, and patrons — are held by Ty Roesler, Treasurer, and applied in the following order:
Allocation determined at the discretion of the Treasurer, in consultation with the Host.
Substantial capital investments in production have been made for the 2026 event. A brief selection from the evening's technical spec.
A high-output 10,000-lumen panel light deployed on a 7-foot adjustable stand, providing uniform illumination across the primary entrance corridor and tournament zone. New capital equipment for 2026.
Continuous overhead string lighting across the full venue footprint. Warm color temperature for optimal atmosphere across outdoor and covered areas.
Three six-foot foldable banquet tables dedicated to gameplay, including a regulation beer die table, cornhole, and flexible-use surfaces. Maintained to competition standard.
A full library of standard 52-card decks and additional game materials on-site. Poker, euchre, whist, and selected regional variants supported.
All equipment privately owned and operated. No rentals. No compromises.
Selected inquiries from past and prospective attendees.
For additional information, clarifications, or day-of logistics, contact an event administrator directly.